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Mahwah Man Accused of Fatally Stabbing Wife in 2021 Waives Jury Trial

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Mahwah NJ,  Dieter Zimmermann, the Mahwah man accused of murdering his wife in January 2021, has chosen to waive his right to a jury trial and will instead face a bench trial, where a judge will determine his guilt.

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Live Stream the Sheraton Crossroads Implosion in Mahwah

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Mahwah NJ,  a massive implosion is scheduled for the Sheraton Crossroads hotel on the morning of Saturday, May 10, and drivers are strongly advised to avoid the intersection of Routes 17, 287, and 202 during this major demolition event.

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Mahwah Police Warn Parents About Water Gun “Assassin” Game After Multiple 911 Call

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Mahwah Police Issue Warning After Water Gun “Assassin” Game Sparks 911 Calls

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Mahwah NJ, Mahwah Police responded to multiple reports of juveniles with guns last week — but what initially sounded like a dangerous situation turned out to be a controversial high school tradition involving water guns.

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Mahwah Man, Ex-NYPD Sergeant, Sentenced for Helping Chinese Government Stalk Family in U.S.

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Mahwah NJ, a former NYPD sergeant turned private investigator from Mahwah has been sentenced to prison for helping representatives of the Chinese government stalk and intimidate a family living in the United States, according to federal prosecutors.

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Ramapo College Students Help Solve 20-Year-Old “John Doe” Cold Case

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Mahwah NJ, a man once known only as “John Doe” after being found unconscious on a Phoenix sidewalk in 2004 has finally been identified — and fittingly, his real name was John.

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Sheraton Crossroads Hotel Demolition in Mahwah Postponed Until May 10

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Sheraton Crossroads Hotel Implosion Rescheduled to May 10

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Mahwah NJ,  the planned implosion of the iconic Sheraton Crossroads Hotel has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 10 at 7:30 a.m., township officials confirmed Monday.

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Mahwah Museum: Introducing Native Plants to Your Garden

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Mahwah NJ, Chris will discuss the value to be found in planting natives in your garden or yard. As climate change continues to affect our area, native plants are vital to preserving biodiversity. By introducing native plants to your garden, it becomes part of a collective to nurture and sustain the living landscape for birds and other animals. She will cover the philosophical underpinnings, as well as specific plants you can use.

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Pallotta For Assembly Campaign Slams District 39 Candidates for Misleading Endorsement Mailer

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Ramsey NJ,  the campaign of Frank Pallotta, (R-Mahwah) candidate for District 39 Assembly, today condemned a misleading mailer distributed recently by incumbent Assemblymen Robert Auth and John Azzariti to the residents of both Waldwick and Mahwah. The mailer falsely claims that Waldwick Mayor, Tom Giordano and Mahwah Mayor, James Wysocki had endorsed their legislative team for re-election in this year’s Primary election. A claim both Mayors have refuted.

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Pennsylvania Drug Traffickers Arrested in Mahwah

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Mahwah NJ, Bergen County Prosecutor Mark Musella announced the arrests of 30-year-old EDGAR HOLGUIN-REYES and 27-year-old YAKAYRA REYES, both of Reading, PA, for possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl pills. The arrests were the result of an investigation conducted by the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Chief Matthew Finck.

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The Remains of a Mom who Disappeared 11 years ago have been Identified thanks to Ramapo College Students

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Mahwah NJ, in a remarkable breakthrough, the Ramapo College Investigative Genetic Genealogy (IGG) Center has successfully identified human remains discovered in New Jersey eight years ago as belonging to Maria Quinones Garcia, a Pennsylvania woman reported missing in 2014. This achievement underscores the pivotal role of investigative genetic genealogy in resolving long-standing mysteries and providing closure to affected families.

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Sheraton Crossroads in Mahwah Set for Demolition on April 27

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Mahwah NJ, the iconic Sheraton Crossroads Hotel in Mahwah is scheduled for implosion on April 27, marking the end of an era for the 250-foot-tall, 25-story structure that once stood as a regional landmark.

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Mahwah Police Capture International Theft Ring Members, Including Homicide Suspect

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Mahwah NJ,  quick action by a sharp-eyed resident and Mahwah police officers led to the capture of two suspects linked to an international theft ring, one of whom was wanted for homicide in Colombia, authorities said.

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2025 Scholarship Essay Contest For Mahwah High School Seniors

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Mahwah NJ, the Mahwah Republican Club is accepting submissions for its 2025 Essay Scholarship.  This year’s theme is “President Donald Trump has had, at times, a cordial relationship with Russian President Vladimir Putin and has stated he wishes to meet with Xi Jinping, the president of China.  What are the advantages and disadvantages of maintaining open lines of communication with nations throughout the world, irrespective of their reputations on the world stage or with the United States?”

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Tractor-Trailer Fire Shuts Down Lanes on Route 287 in Mahwah

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Mahwah NJ, a tractor-trailer fire on Route 287 Northbound in Mahwah caused major delays during Wednesday morning’s rush hour, closing lanes and backing up traffic for miles.

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Frank Pallotta Launches Bid For NJ Assembly In District 39

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Mahwah NJ, a distinguished public servant and former Trump-endorsed Republican House Candidate for Congress, today announced his candidacy for New Jersey State Assembly representing the 39th Legislative District, positioning New Jersey for unprecedented national attention in 2025. He has also announced he will not participate in the Bergen County Convention, joining others across the State who have made the same decision.

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